How is Summer Salt restaurant rated?

Summer Salt

4.8

295 Reviews

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

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A farm-to-table restaurant. Join us for "Taste of Summer" / a multi-course prix fixe dinner highlighting the freshest ingredients from Cape May County land and sea. Our ingredients are sourced daily from farms and fishers; and our guests are welcomed warmly like friends and family.

2800 Boardwalk, Avalon NJ 08202 / 29th St and the Boardwalk in Avalon

Not bookable

Online reservations at Summer Salt can only be made directly on their website.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Fish
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(609) 796-2096
Website
http://summersaltavalon.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Connor Dore, Bayleaf Farm & Hospitality
Catering
We offering catering; contact summersalt.avalon@gmail.com
Private party facilities
We are available for private events; contact summersalt.avalon@gmail.com

Location
2800 Boardwalk Avalon, NJ 08202
Neighborhood
New Jersey
Cross street
29th St and the Boardwalk in Avalon
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

Taste of Summer
$85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Summer Salt is excited to offer a prix fixe tasting menu highlighting the daily catch & harvest. Join us in our coastal inspired dining rooms as we showcase the quality & diversity of Cape May County ingredients. The menu features four courses centered around local plants & seafood; with a choice of land or sea for entree. Enjoy individual plates, family-style dishes to pass and share, & service that is refined but relaxed. BYOB. All allergies & dietary needs can be accommodated with advanced notice.
Summer Salt Soft Opening
May 27 - May 29, 2022
An invite-only Soft Opening before Summer Salt officially welcomes the public. Come test out this season’s menu items, help our new staff learn the ropes and check out our newly renovated space! The evening is our-treat; if you’d like to contribute, all proceeds will go to our network of Cape May County farmers. Please notify us of any allergies or special dietary needs.

Homemade Bread Basket
parmesan grisini, semolina torpedo, fresh butter
Garden Charcuterie Board
new carrots, hakurei turnips, marinated golden beets, pickled rainbow chard, sweet pepper vinaigrette, pistachio & carrot top pesto
Oysters
sweet amalia oysters & preserved lemon mignonette
Shrimp a La Plancha
grilled shrimp, crispy garlic, lemon, parsley, sweet chilis
Asparagus Salad
asparagus two-ways, sugar snap peas & shoots, parmesan, lemon, olive oil, sea salt
Chesapeake Crab Salad
bibb lettuce, chesapeake crab, garlic aoli, radish, sunchoke, lemon, chive
Cape May Scallops
seared day-boat scallops, creamy risotto, braised greens, crispy pork guanciale
Bayleaf Farm Chicken
seared chicken breast, slow roasted thigh, smashed potatoes, sage & parsley pesto, rustic croutons

What 295 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just perfection!
J
Jamie
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was wonderful! Great for a special occasion. Loved how everything was locally sourced.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food!!!!! Love how they change the menu up. A different kind of dining opportunity.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have enjoyed this gem of the summer 2021 3 times the past 6 weeks and will miss it very much until next summer. Can’t say enough great things about the entire experience. From the tine we checked in our reservation to leaving for the evening, absolutely welcoming, professional, amazing quality and service. Can’t wait to see what they plan for next year.
C
Chathamtri
New York Area
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu, and great food. We will be back.
PW
PatWR
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were pleased to finally get a reservation to Summer Salt. It was worth the wait. We met Heather (owner) who talked to us about her farm and where they get all of their fish, meat, vegetables, etc. For a small space, it was surprisingly quiet and comfortable with a beautiful view of the dunes and ocean. All of the staff were great and attentive. The food was beautifully prepared and every course was delicious. We loved the tasting menu and there was more than enough to eat. I can't wait to go back. Summer Salt is a welcome addition to the Avalon dining scene.
L
Luvthebeach
Philadelphia
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
This pop- up restaurant was delightful! Great addition to dinner options in Avalon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best dinner I’ve had at the shore in a very long time. Service was great, setting is lovely and food was delish!
AL
AlysonL
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, friendly, unassuming service in a laid back atmosphere with phenomenal food!!
DD
DianeD
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another wonderful dinner! It gets better every time
GJ
GaynorJ
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful hospitality and the food was fabulous.
A
Atraveler
Philadelphia
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant has top notch food and service. It is a price fixed menu with multiple courses. Our dinner last night had a selection of mushroom, Chicken and Scallops as the main course. Our group had the chicken and scallops and both were delicious. The appetizers courses were delicious. I cannot say enough about this fabulous restaurant with a great dune view this year.
TS
TheShoreGirl
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing Farm to Table experience. Fresh, innovative and creative. The combinations of ingredients brought fresh from their "Bayleaf Farm" each day is a must have dining experience. Cheers to Chef Connor and the beautiful Heather, a couple that has certainly knocked it out of the park. - Lauren
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a lovely dining “experience”. Everyone was very attentive. The food was well presented, refreshing!, delicious! We even ate a few things we wouldn’t have chosen but everything had such wonderful flavoring we liked it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wow! What a fantastic experience. The food was amazing. Particularly the scallops and the dessert - so seasonal and fresh. I can’t wait to go back!!!
SD
SheriD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience4
Finally got reservations and am so bummed we won't be able to get back in before the end of their season. Laid back vibe - everything sourced from Cape May County and what ever the fish catch is that day is what they serve. The owners are lovely and put their heart into everything. Will go back for sure!
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Lary
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2021
overall4food3service4ambience3
the family who run the restaurant are efficient, charming, and hard working. the service is exceptional. I’m so sorry to say that the food isn’t and thus the hard to support the fixed price.
CG
ChristineG
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was a very lovely place, sit outside if you can, the view is breathtaking. Food was delicious but just needed more of it. Left a little hungry.
MV
MichaelV
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, food and setting. The owner actually drove to the liquor store to buy wine for us. Because we didn’t know it was BYOB…. Who does that??? Great attention to make sure we enjoyed the night.
B
Babs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it. The people, the food, the ambiance at the outdoor tables. Would go again for a special occasion.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious but a bit overpriced for what we got.
m
meganm
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely incredible experience! The views are gorgeous and the menu is perfectly curated. Each dish was fresh, inventive, and delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every morsel of food that crosses my lips was delectable! The owner (wish I could remember her name) was our server and she was a delight. You can see the love and passion she has for this fabulous place. The views of the red August moon were spectacular! Can’t wait to return
B
Bill
Philadelphia
69 reviews
vip
4.0
69 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very unique and potentially outstanding venue. It was disappointing that we had prior to our visit informed the restaurant of a gluten free restriction for one person. The result was a pretty poor effort to accommodate that person, especially when I had received an enthusiastic response to my request. Entrees(scallops) were outstanding, and the gluten dessert(cake) was as well. A great concept. Hope it continues to evolve.
LL
LoganL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
This place offers a one of a kind dining experience you wont forget! Food has tons of flavor. Portions arent huge so if youre starving I would have a snack or reschedule your reservation. Ambiance and food is amazing though!
AM
AndreaM
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience3
We enjoyed this dinner/restaurant! Farm to table local food with fun tasting side plates. Everything was so fresh. Love the back deck. Service was excellent. Front of restaurant is the only complaint...just needs some TLC and maybe if the pop up becomes permanent they will add the finishing touches.
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Aval80
Philadelphia
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful meal, gracious hosts. Can’t wait to come back next summer!
MN
MichaelN
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful experience. Most of the dishes were outrageously interesting and tasty. The mushroom dish was the least favorite but we loved it all.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely-service was wonderful-setting is beautiful. Food was delicious-very different-great experience. Only suggestion is to get more comfortable chairs or get cushions. Byob is great.
RT
RyanT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
OUTSTANDING! Best restaurant meal we’ve had to date. We were lucky to grab a table after the weather cleared as it was booked for the month. Definitely going back! More than 5 stars.
MC
MariaC
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very delicious food and the view is spectacular
BS
BrendaS
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall4food4service3ambience4
Awesome. Server could had been a bit more attentive.
DT
DavidT
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our meal was wonderful and the setting next to the beach very nice. However, our table was up against the building and the back door to the adjacent arcade full of kids and load game machines. Very annoying. We suggest no one sit next to this door.
ML
MargiL
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, delicious food, lovely setting. We went for our anniversary. Dress for warm weather as there is no air conditioning. We would highly recommend Summer Salt!
AM
AlliM
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is absolutely phenomenal - everything is fresh and delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant to everyone.
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StanE
Philadelphia
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful time. The food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and efficient. Eating great food with a view of the dunes and the ocean was special.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
My boyfriend and I dined at Summer Salt and did the fixed price tasting menu. The food was absolutely incredible - so fresh, organic, and locally sourced. Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful and went out of her way to accommodate us. Our table had a spectacular view of the dunes, and the entire restaurant had such a welcoming and warm ambiance. Some of the best food we’ve ever had! We will DEFINITELY be coming back.
K
Kathy
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious, service was excellent and looking out at the dunes and the ocean was breathtaking.
JJ
JenniferJ
Atlantic City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience! The food and ambiance were outstanding! Highly recommend.
TM
ThomasM
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, super service, awesome atmosphere.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Summer Salt is rated 4.8 stars by 295 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

Online reservations at Summer Salt can only be made directly on their website.

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
29th St and the Boardwalk in Avalon
Neighborhood
New Jersey
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Fish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Connor Dore, Bayleaf Farm & Hospitality
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://summersaltavalon.com/
Phone number
(609) 796-2096
Catering
We offering catering; contact summersalt.avalon@gmail.com
Private party facilities
We are available for private events; contact summersalt.avalon@gmail.com

Summer Salt

Not bookable

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Taste of Summer

Summer Salt Soft Opening

Menu

Main

Homemade Bread Basket

Garden Charcuterie Board

Oysters

Shrimp a La Plancha

Asparagus Salad

Chesapeake Crab Salad

Cape May Scallops

Bayleaf Farm Chicken

What 295 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is Summer Salt restaurant rated?

Not bookable

Dining areas

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